Author Archives: Eric

Ram Trucks and Cummins – BFF

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Eric

Earlier this week mankind reached another milestone. No, it has nothing to do with 12/12/12. Following a quarter century partnership, Ram Trucks and Cummins saw the creation of their two millionth diesel engine. If you consider all the shakeups, pitfalls, … Continue reading →

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Game Over Man, Game Over!

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Eric

Did you know that during the holiday season the average American household produces nearly 25% more trash than usual? It’s true. After all, something has to happen to those unwanted fruit cakes and dress socks. Staying with that train of … Continue reading →

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Syracuse Fire Department

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Eric

Ripped directly from the City of Syracuse Fire Department website. The Syracuse Fire Department protects a 25-square-mile area with a population of 145,000 that grows significantly during daytime hours. This department provides fire protection for four major hospitals, many downtown … Continue reading →

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Massey Ferguson 1979

Posted on December 10, 2012 by Eric

I really enjoy vintage promotional films like this one produced by Massey Ferguson for investor audiences of the late 1970’s. The economic realities of the times bleed into the video as scary terms like “new management team” and “restoring the … Continue reading →

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Let Sleeping Dogs Lie

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Eric

Once upon a time these trucks were top of the line. Now they just sit along the side of the road in a rundown, industrial part of town. The Mack RD looks alright from the curbside but is probably hiding … Continue reading →

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The Obsession Continues – Komatsu PC600LC

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Eric

Nope, I’m not done stalking this machine yet! I took a stroll down to the work site the other day while on lunch. As you can see, the PC600LC was on its break as well. This photo gives you a … Continue reading →

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The best truck ever?

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Eric

Your average stock Freightliner M2 isn’t much to look at. Most of them are white with a large box on the back. Just another face in the crowd on the American highways. But not all trucks are created equal. As … Continue reading →

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NYS Thruway International Workstars

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Eric

The sun sets on a row of NYS Thruway International Workstars. This image would be even more poetic if the trucks were at the end of their life but no, they are brand new. They have yet to receive their … Continue reading →

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Parks and Rec

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Eric

After yesterdays post dealing with the destruction of woodland here are some trucks that work for agencies dedicated to preserving natural spaces. This Cummins powered International belongs to the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. The … Continue reading →

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The Modern Paul Bunyan

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Eric

If you’re a tree this is the last piece of heavy equipment you want to see. You can’t tell from the photo but there is a giant saw blade at the bottom the attachment that can slice through a tree … Continue reading →

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